Matsumoto Castle Main Gate Masugata Ruins Plaza
The entrance to Matsumoto Castle, the remains of the "masugata" defensive structure that prevented enemies from advancing straight in
The gateway to the National Treasure Matsumoto Castle. This plaza stands on the historic site where the castle's main gate, the "Ote-mon," was located during the Edo period. It features a defensive structure called a "masugata," where the road bends at a right angle to prevent enemies from advancing straight in, allowing visitors to experience firsthand the ingenious design of castle fortifications from that era. Following excavation surveys
, it was reborn in 2013 as a plaza where citizens and tourists can freely relax.It's the perfect spot to take commemorative photos with the castle as a backdrop or sit on a bench and watch the bustle of the castle town. It's an ideal place to heighten your anticipation before exploring the castle and to savor the lingering afterglow of your visit afterward.
, it was reborn in 2013 as a plaza where citizens and tourists can freely relax.It's the perfect spot to take commemorative photos with the castle as a backdrop or sit on a bench and watch the bustle of the castle town. It's an ideal place to heighten your anticipation before exploring the castle and to savor the lingering afterglow of your visit afterward.
Information
- Address
- 3-1, Ohtori 3-chome Matsumoto City
- Access (Car)
- Approximately 15 minutes from Matsumoto IC
- Access (Public Transportation)
- From Matsumoto Station's Castle Exit, take the Town Sneaker North Course and get off at Daimyo-machi. Ride time: approx. 5 min. Walk immediately after getting off. From Matsumoto Station's Castle Exit, take the Town Sneaker East Course and get off at Matsumoto City Museum. Ride time: approx. 3 min. Walk 1 min after getting off. Approx. 15 min walk from Matsumoto Station.
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